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  • Roof Rack, Ski Carrier and Wakeboard Carrier for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
  • The Rhino Rack roof rack you referenced that consists of part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA and # DK055 would be a great roof rack that has been confirmed to fit your 2010 Volkswagen Jetta that will carry wakeboards or skis. For a fairing you would want the part # RRRF2. For a ski carrier I would recommend the # RR572 and then for carrying a wakeboard I would recommend a surf board carrier like part # INXA445.
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  • Universal Muffler Recommendation for a 1991 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 Liter
  • From the research I did it looks like the exhaust pipe diameter that is used on your 1991 Volkswagen Jetta with a 1.8 liter is 1-3/4 inches. For a universal muffler that would work you would want the MagnaFlow Stainless Steel, Straight-Through Universal Muffler # MF11113. This won't be a direct bolt up, but if there was a section of pipe that you could remove 14 inches from this would fit right in it's place.
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  • Recommended Roof Vent Cover for a Trailer with Continuous Hinge
  • The industry standard size for a roof vent is 14" wide x 14" long. This roof vent you have now appears to match the industry standard and since you have a continuous hinge, I recommend using the Vent Cover for Ventline Old Style Rounded Dome Trailer Roof Vents part # BV0554-01 for white or part # BV0554-03 for smoke. This cover should be a direct replacement for your roof vent through I do recommend taking a quick measurement of the opening just to be sure. I have attached an installation...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
  • When flat towing any vehicle you will need at least 5 items: base plates on the vehicle, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. Tow bar # 63180 is not an option I would recommend. It does not come with the attachments needed on the car (base plates) and it has a speed restriction of 45 miles per hour. For a more functional set up you can start with Blue Ox base plates # BX3827. Then for an inexpensive compatible tow bar you can use # BX7322 and for safety cables,...
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  • Roof Rack and Rocky Mounts Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
  • There are roof racks that would fit your 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, but the SportRack Frontier Semi-Custom Roof Rack # SR1010 that you referenced is not a confirmed fit for your vehicle so I would not recommend it for you. For a similar square bar roof rack for your vehicle I would recommend the Rhino Rack Square Bar Roof Rack part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA and # DK055. I attached a link to a page that has all of the Rocky Mounts Roof Mounted Bike Racks that would fit these cross bars. There...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2015 VW Jetta TDI Sedan
  • For your 2015 VW Jetta TDI Sedan, I recommend the Curt Class I Receiver Hitch # C11410. This Class I hitch is confirmed to fit your VW Jetta TDI and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It features a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds and will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening that will work great for hitch-mounted accessories like a bike rack or for some light duty towing with a ball mount. I have attached an installation video on your vehicle...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Carrying Bike Rack
  • The only hitch that we have available for your 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is the Curt Class I # C11474 and it does require the stabilizer strap. Only Curt hitches require the stabilizer strap part # 18050 when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack. The strap helps prevent some of the jarring from bumps in the road from being transferred from the rack to the hitch while driving. It is an extra precaution that Curt has decided is required. When the Curt hitch is installed, it will give...
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  • Recommended Hub/Drum and Idler Hub for Timbren Axle-Less Suspension # ASR35HDS02
  • For a brake drum hub, Timbren recommends the # 8-201-9UC3-EZ from Dexter Axle, which features a 6 on 5-1/2 bolt circle. For an idler hub, go with the # AKIHUB-655-6-EZ-K. Both hubs use the # 25580 inner and # 15123 outer bearing, which is compatible with the spindle used by the Timbren # ASR35HDS02 axle-less suspension you referred to. If you go with the hub/drum, you'll also need a brake assembly. I recommend going with a Nev-R-Adjust assembly, like # 23-459 for the right side and #...
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  • Overall Height of Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack # S63380
  • From the top of the hitch opening to the top of the arms of the Swagman Trailhead bike rack part # S63380 this rack measures 37 inches.
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  • Is a Rock Guard Required when Using the Roadmaster Tow Dolly
  • You would not have to have any sort of rock guard when using Roadmaster tow dolly # RM-2050-1 but without one there is always the chance that some road debris could bounce up and hit the car. To add a rock deflector you can use the Guardian Shield mounting bracket # RM-2000-8 with the Guardian # RM-4000.
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  • Pop Up Trailer Cover Recommendation for 12'-14' Trailer with AC Unit on Roof
  • The Classic Accessories PolyPro III Deluxe RV Cover for Pop Up Campers up to 14' Long # CA80040 is exactly what you need for your pop up trailer. When the designers make these covers they account for AC units or anything else on top of the trailer so you can be confident it will work with your trailer style.
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  • Best Roof Rack For Hauling Bikes With a 2023 VW Jetta
  • I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo as the best roof rack for your 2023 Volkswagen Jetta. You will need the Crossbars # TH711420, Feet # TH710501 and Fit Kit # TH145204 to attach this to your roof. These crossbars uses a 2 piece seal for the channel which allows you to easily add and remove accessories without the need to trim a rubber seal. For a bike rack the Thule ProRide XT # TH598004 will secure the bike by the frame. There is no need to remove the front wheel or concern for bikes...
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  • Hitch Requirements for Using Bike Rack on a Volkswagen Jetta
  • Although a Class I hitch somewhat limits your choices, we offer many different bike racks that will work with your Jetta. When used in a class I hitch, you will be limited to carrying two bicycles due to the lower tongue weight rating of the class I hitch. If you prefer the platform-type bike rack that carries the bikes by the wheels, the Swagman XTC-2 part # S64670 is a great choice. I would also recommend the locking hitch pin, part # S64029. If you prefer the hanging type rack, the...
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  • Recommended Ball Mount with 7 Inch Rise for Class I Trailer Hitch
  • I recommend looking at the Curt Class II Drawbar # C45028 for the 1-1/4 inch receiver opening on your 2014 VW Jetta Sedan. This ball mount provides the highest rise at 5-3/8 inches currently available on a ball mount that is compatible with Class I trailer hitches like what is installed on your vehicle. This won't quite get you to the 7 inches needed to tow your trailer perfectly level, but it will be sufficient. I also recommend making sure you are correctly measuring for the needed...
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  • Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2015 Volkswagen Jetta
  • For your 2015 Volkswagen Jetta we have the trailer wiring harness part # 118572 which is a confirmed fit. It installs by plugging inline with the taillight harnesses of the vehicle. I attached an install video for more info on this as well.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
  • For your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen SE, I recommend the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11474. When compared to the other trailer hitches confirmed to fit your vehicle, the Curt has the best ground clearance measurement of about 10-1/2 inches from the ground to the top of the hitch receiver. I have attached an installation video on your vehicle for you to check out. Keep in mind that Curt requires you to use stabilizing straps like # 18050 for non-trailer loads such as bike...
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  • Parts Needed To Flat Tow a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta Using a Demco Aluminator Tow Bar
  • We certainly do have an option that is going to work for you. First, though, please consult the vehicle owners manual to make sure you can flat tow it and for any special requirements and procedures. For base plates you can use Roadmaster # 521227-3. You would then need an adapter, # RM-033, which is compatible with the Demco Aluminator tow bar, and quick disconnects, # RM-201. You will also need safety cables. If you do not already have a set of cables use # RM-643. The coiled design...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Ball Mount for 2014 VW Jetta
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11474 has a hitch top inside height of approximately 9-3/4 inches. Because this is a Class I hitch receiver, the ball mount options are more limited so it is recommended to use the Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 3-1/8" Rise - 9-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs # C45520 with this hitch receiver. Then you will use the hitch pin and clip # F-4 and the hitch ball # C40001 for a 1-7/8 inch ball or # C40018 for a 2 inch diameter hitch ball.
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2019 Volkswagen Jetta with Panoramic Sunroof
  • I checked with Yakima who makes a roof rack that fits your 2019 Volkswagen Jetta and they state that with their rack installed there might be some interference with roof rack mounted accessories and the sunroof from opening which means that with just the crossbars installed you'd be able to open the roof. For a roof rack you'd need the part # Y06163, # Y06136, # Y00425, and # Y28TR and you'd be set.
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  • Recommended Dolly To Flat-Tow 2011 Volkswagen SportWagen With Automatic Transmission
  • According to our research, a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta with an automatic transmission can not be flat-towed. You will need to check your owner's manual or with your dealership to verify this. You can use a tow dolly like part # RM-2050-1. The dolly has lights and electric brakes. You will need a brake controller in the towing vehicle to operate the brakes on the dolly. I recommend the P2 brake controller, part # 90885. This is our most popular because it is easy to install and operate.
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